2025 Town Board Minutes
Town of Two Rivers · Manitowoc County · Minutes
Open the original document More from Town of Two Rivers
Text
Extracted automatically from the original. Tables and formatting may not survive; the original document is authoritative.
TOWN OF TWO RIVERS
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
MINUTES JANUARY 13, 2025 6:03PM
The January meeting of the Town of Two Rivers was called to order by Chairman Pohl. Supervisors Pohl,
Petska, and Chase along with Clerk/Treasurer Timm were present. According to Chapter 19.84 of the
Wisconsin Statutes, the meeting notices were posted in designated places and on the website. Confirmation
from the Clerk that notices were properly posted was received.
The December 9, 2024, regular meeting minutes were approved as printed and reviewed with a motion from
Chase and seconded by Petska, motion carried.
Chairman Pohl called three times for public input: There being no public input, it was closed.
The financials were reviewed and placed on file with a motion from Petska and seconded by Chase, motion
carried.
Vouchers were reviewed and approved with a motion from Chase and seconded by Petska, motion carried.
Discussion on the new agreement/contract received at the end of December for the Mis hicot Ambulance
Service by board. Suggestions were made by the Town’s attorney and will be asked of the Ambulance
Service with regard to the cap of 50% increase in per capita each year along with the notice requirement to
leave the service. This will be on the agenda for the February meeting.
A decision was made to hold the Board’s April meeting on the same night a s the Annual meeting which
will be April 15, 2025 with the regular meeting starting at 6pm and the Annual meeting starting at 7pm.
Reports were given by Highway Supervisor Kobes, Ambulance Board Member Kobes, Recycling Manager
Wachholz and Fire Chief Leichtfuss
Motion was made by Petska and seconded by Chase to adjourn the regular meeting at 6:34pm, motion
carried.
Respectfully submitted,
Bonnie Timm ______________________________
Clerk/Treasurer Authenticated by Steve Pohl, Chairman
TOWN OF TWO RIVERS
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
MINUTES FEBRUARY 24, 2025 6:03PM
The February meeting of the Town of Two Rivers was called to order by Chairman Pohl. Supervisors Pohl,
Petska, and Chase along with Clerk/Treasurer Timm were present. According to Chapter 19.84 of the
Wisconsin Statutes, the meeting notices were posted in designated places and on the website. Confirmation
from the Clerk that notices were properly posted was received.
The January 13, 2025 regular meeting minutes were approved as printed and reviewed with a motion from
Chase and seconded by Petska, motion carried.
Chairman Pohl called three times for public input: Greg Veith 1722 Daisy Lane, complimented the town
highway department for the excellent job of plowing that they do each and every storm. He compared it to
neighboring cities and towns and said, we are the best!
There being no more public input, it was closed.
The financials were reviewed and placed on file with a motion from Petska and seconded by Chase, motion
carried.
Vouchers were reviewed and approved with a motion from Chase and seconded by Petska, motion carried.
Application for a rezone request from Nancie Cay emberg, parcel #01823001100100 on State Highway 42
from “General Ag” to “Small Estate” was discussed and information was received from agent. This will be
a split of a 14 acre parcel into a 4 and a 10 acre parcel with the 10 acre parcel remaining “GA”. A motion
was made by Petska and seconded by Chase to recommend approval to the Manitowoc County Planning
and Zoning Commission. Motion carried. Clerk Timm was instruct ed to send a letter to Planning and
Zoning with this recommendation.
Discussion on the new agreement/contract received at the end of December for the Mishicot Ambulance
Service by board. This was again tabled, and board chairman will go to the monthly meeting to voice our
concerns.
Reports were given by Highway Supervisor Kobes, Ambulance Board Member Kobes, Recycling Manager
Wachholz and Fire Chief Leichtfuss. Clerk Timm gave the constable’s written report. Fire Chief discussed
sending out letters to residents concerning the length of driveways and markers for those driveways. Clerk
Timm will work with the Fire Chief to draw up the letter and there will also be something regarding this in
the newsletter reminding residents of the requirements for building codes, driveways, etc.
Motion was made by Petska and seconded by Chase to adjourn the regular meeting at 7:03pm, motion
carried.
Respectfully submitted,
Bonnie Timm ______________________________
Clerk/Treasurer Authenticated by Steve Pohl, Chairman
TOWN OF TWO RIVERS
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
MINUTES MARCH 10, 2025 6:00PM
The March meeting of the Town of Tw o Rivers was called to order by Chairman Pohl. Supervisors Pohl,
Petska, and Chase along with Clerk/Treasurer Timm were present. According to Chapter 19.84 of the
Wisconsin Statutes, the meeting notices were posted in designated places and on the website. Confirmation
from the Clerk that notices were properly posted was received.
The February 24, 2025 regular meeting minutes were approved as printed and reviewed with a motion from
Petska and seconded by Chase, motion carried.
Chairman Pohl called three times for public input: There being no public input, it was closed.
The financials were reviewed and placed on file with a motion from Chase and seconded by Petska, motion
carried.
Vouchers were reviewed and approved with a motion from Petska and seconded by Chase, motion carried.
Discussion on the new agreement/contract received at the end of December for the Mishicot Ambulance
Service by board. The service will be reviewing their contract and we will receive a new contract but
services will continue as is until new contract is presented. Chairman Pohl attended the February
ambulance meeting.
Reports were given by Highway Supervisor Kobes, Ambulance Board Member Kobes, Recycling Manager
Wachholz, Constable Dan Liermann and Fire Chief Leichtfuss. A motion was made by Petska and seconded
by Chase to rehire Carter Krejcarek for temporary ditch cleaning @ $13.00 per hour, motion carried.
Recycling Manager discussed the discontinuation of electronics collections due to not having anyone
reliable to pick it up. The town was also advised of a place in DePere that collects many things (most
without a fee) and that will be put in the newsletter for our residents.
Motion was made by Petska and seconded by Chase to adjourn the regular meeting at 6:34pm, motion
carried.
Respectfully submitted,
Bonnie Timm ______________________________
Clerk/Treasurer Authenticated by Steve Pohl, Chairman
TOWN OF TWO RIVERS
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
MINUTES APRIL 15, 2025 6:00PM
The April meeting of the Town of Tw o Rivers was called to order by Chairman Pohl. Supervisors Pohl,
Petska, and Chase along with Clerk/Treasurer Timm were present. According to Chapter 19.84 of the
Wisconsin Statutes, the meeting notices were posted in designated places and on the website. Confirmation
from the Clerk that notices were properly posted was received.
The March 10, 2025 regular meeting minutes were approved as printed and reviewed with a motion from
Chase and seconded by Petska, motion carried.
Chairman Pohl called three times for public input: There being no public input, it was closed.
The financials were reviewed and placed on file with a motion from Petska and seconded by Chase, motion
carried.
Vouchers were reviewed and approved with a motion from Chase and seconded by Petska, motion carried.
CLA Audit has been reviewed by the supervisors and will be placed on file.
Chairman Pohl covered the Road Review meeting with work to be done on Woodland Drive from Johnston
to Cottage Lane, Lakeshore Road from Ravine to WestShore driveway and Maplewood Road from 147 to
bridge deck. No chip sealing will be done in 2025 and crack filling will be done on other roads as needed.
Temporary Beer Garden Application was received and discussed for an event at Port Sandy Bay Pizz a on
Saturday, June 14, 2025. A motion was made by Petska and seconded by Petska to approve the temporary
application as long as fencing is provided on the parking lot and motion was carried with Supervisor Chase
abstaining.
Reports were given by Highway Supervisor Kobes, Ambulance Board Member Kobes, Recycling Manager
Wachholz, Constable Dan Liermann and Fire Chief Leichtfuss. Chief Leichtfuss reported that the Fire
Department is working on a rec iprocal mutual aid contract with the City of Two Ri vers Fire Department
and that it will be brought to the Town Board for approval. He also asked that a letter be sent to Manitowoc
County with regard to residents being charged if the County Highway Department is called to a fire scene.
The feeling is that the residents pay county taxes and should not be billed for any type of service that would
be needed.
Motion was made by Petska and seconded by Chase to adjourn the regular meeting at 6:36pm, motion
carried.
Respectfully submitted,
Bonnie Timm ______________________________
Clerk/Treasurer Authenticated by Steve Pohl, Chairman
TOWN OF TWO RIVERS
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
MINUTES MAY 12, 2025 6:00PM
The May meeting of the Town of Tw o Rivers was called to order by Chairman Pohl. Supervisors Pohl,
Petska along with Clerk/Treasurer Timm were present. Supervisor Chase was excused. According to
Chapter 19.84 of the Wisconsin Statutes, the meeting notices were posted in designated places and on the
website. Confirmation from the Clerk that notices were properly posted was received.
The April 15, 2025 regular meeting minutes were approved as printed and reviewed with a motion from
Petska and seconded by Pohl, motion carried.
Chairman Pohl called three times for public input:
Douglas Strenge 2728 Maplewood Road expressed his concern with the ditch by his property in the roadway
right of way and asked what could be done. An option for him would be to expand width of the driveway.
No other public input, input was closed after the third call.
The financials were reviewed and placed on file with a motion from Petska and seconded by Pohl, motion
carried.
Vouchers were reviewed and approved with a motion from Petska and seconded by Pohl, motion carried.
A motion was made by Pohl and seconded by Petska to approve the purchase of length of driveway and fire
truck signs for town driveways that are longer and need more length of hose to alert the Fire Department in
the event of an emergency, total cost approximately $1100.00 Motion carried.
Motion made bye Pohl and seconded by Petska to approve a conditional use permit for Kristen Sho op at
6806 Sandy Hill Lane, Two Rivers for operation of a Vacation Rental property. Motion was carried and
Clerk Timm was instructed to send the approval to Manit owoc County Planning and Zon ing for their
consideration.
With a motion from Pohl and seconded by Petska, the town will be entering into a new three-year contract
with Hawkins Ash in Manitowoc for audits. Motion carried.
Reports were given by Highway Supervisor Kobes, Ambulance Board Member Kobes, Recycling Manager
Wachholz, Constable Dan Liermann and Fire Chief Leichtfuss. Highway supervisor will be getting quotes
for re-roofing the salt shed and presenting them to the board. Recycling manager reporte d that parttime
worker is unable to work at this time so she will be asking people if they could step in t emporarily until a
permanent replacement could be found. Constable reported that there have been coyote sightings so people
should be aware. Fire chief presented a waiver of conflict of interest from our attorney to move forward
with a reciprocal contract for aid with the City of Two Rivers, as we both have attorneys from the same law
firm.
Motion was made by Petska and seconded by Pohl to sign the waiver with West and Dunn to contin ue the
process. Motion carried.
Motion was made by Petska and seconded by Pohl to adjourn the regular meeting at 6:45pm, motion carried.
Respectfully submitted,
Bonnie Timm ______________________________
Clerk/Treasurer Authenticated by Steve Pohl, Chairman
WN OF TWO RIVERS
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
MINUTES JUNE 16, 2025 6:00PM
The June meeting of the Town of Tw o Rivers was called to order by Chairman Pohl. Supervisors Pohl,
Petska and Chase along with Clerk/Treasurer Timm were present. According to Chapter 19.84 of the
Wisconsin Statutes, the meeting notices were posted in designated places and on the website. Confirmation
from the Clerk that notices were properly posted was received.
The May 12, 2025 regular meeting minutes were approved as printed and reviewed with a motion from
Petska and seconded by Chase, motion carried.
Chairman Pohl called three times for public input: No public input, input was closed after the third call.
The financials were reviewed and placed on file with a motion from Chase and seconded by Petska, motion
carried.
Vouchers were reviewed and approved with a motion from Petska and seconded by Chase, motion carried.
Bid opening for roadwork on Woodland Drive from Johnston to Cottage Lane. Only one bid was received
from Scott Construction in the amount of $129,858.00 for a total of 7233 feet of roadway. Motion was
made by Petska and seconded by Chase to accept and enter into a contract with Scott Construction for this
roadwork, motion carried.
Applications were approved for the listing for retail licenses in the Town of Two Rivers for a 2025-2026
annual license with a motion by Petska and seconded by Chase. Motion carried.
Applications for operator’s licenses were approved as listed, with a motion from Chase and seconded by
Pohl, motion carried. Supervisor Petska abstained due to her application on the list.
Consideration of the final Mutual Aid Agreement drawn up by the attorney from Two Rivers and Town of
Two Rivers, reviewed by Chairman Pohl and Fire Chief Leichtfuss. There was consensus that this was a
very good move for the township and a motion was made by Petska and seconded by Chase to enter into
this agreement. Motion carried and documents were signed and will be returned to the Town’s attorney.
Reports were given by Highway Supervisor Kobes, Ambulance Board Member Kobes, Recycling Manager
Wachholz, Constable Dan Liermann and Fire Chief Leichtfuss. Highway supervisor will be getting quotes
for re-roofing the salt shed and presenting them to the board. Also, it was recommended that we begin the
process of purchasing a new plow for the highway department. Recycling Manager introduced a possible
replacement for parttime work at the center, Randy Swetlik and a possible replacement for grass cutting for
Bruce Kieckbusch, Adam Wachholz, and these will be considered in closed session.
Constable related issues at 7106 Manitou Drive continue to go on and the property owner was issued a
warning and a motion was made by Chase and seconded by Petska to issue citations as needed to get the
property in compliance with codes.
Motion was made by Petska and seconded by Chase to adjourn into Closed Session per Wis. Stat. 1985(1)©
for consideration of employment for a new hire in the recycling center and grass cutting at the center.
Motion carried.
Motion made by Petska and seconded by Chase to adjourn close session and reopen regular meeting at 8pm.
Motion carried.
Motion was made to hire Randy Swetlik as parttime recycling employee and Ada m Wachholz as grass
cutter at the recycling center by Chase and seconded by Petska, motion carried.
Motion made by Chase and seconded by Petska to adjourn meeting at 8:10pm, motion carried and meeting
was adjourned.
Respectfully submitted,
Bonnie Timm ______________________________
Clerk/Treasurer Authenticated by Steve Pohl, Chairman
TOWN OF TWO RIVERS
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
MINUTES JULY 14, 2025 6:00PM
The July meeting of the Town of Tw o Rivers was called to order by Chairman Pohl. Supervisors Pohl,
Petska and Chase along with Clerk/Treasurer Timm were present. According to Chapter 19.84 of the
Wisconsin Statutes, the meeting notices were posted in designated places and on the website. Confirmation
from the Clerk that notices were properly posted was received.
The June 16, 2025 regular meeting minutes were approved as printed and reviewed with a motion from
Chase and seconded by Petska, motion carried.
Chairman Pohl called three times for public input: No public input, input was closed after the third call.
The financials were reviewed and placed on file with a motion from Petska and seconded by Chase, motion
carried.
Vouchers were reviewed and approved with a motion from Chase and seconded by Petska, motion carried.
Temporary Beer License for the Town of Two Rivers Firefighters for 7 -25-2025 and temporary operators
license for Scott Karbow ski for same date were approved with a motion from Petska and seconded by
Chase, motion carried.
Application from Mark Seehafer for Holding Tank was tabled as no information was received.
Application from Judith Blazer for Holding Tank permit was reviewed with all documents being presented,
address 8037 STH 147, parcel number 018-122-005-013.00. Application was approved with a motion by
Petska and seconded by Chase, motion carried, note the address correction STH 147 not STH 42.
Reports were given by Highway Supervisor Kobes, Ambulance Board Member Kobes, Recycling Manager
Wachholz, Constable Dan Liermann and Fire Chief Leichtfuss. Manitou Drive property owner was issued
a citation and court date is 7 -29-25. Other problems with same property and property on Johnston Drive
were also discussed. Constable asked about coverage for back issue sustained while picking up stray dogs.
Clerk Timm will get him proper documents for filing. Roadwork will begin on Woodland Drive, weather
permitting. Supervisor Chase will no w be our Ambulance Board Member a fter the resignation of Dalen
Kobes. We thank Dalen for his years of serving on that board.
Motion made by Petska and seconded by Chase to adjourn meeting at 6:50pm, motion carried, and meeting
was adjourned.
Respectfully submitted,
Bonnie Timm ______________________________
Clerk/Treasurer Authenticated by Steve Pohl, Chairman
TOWN OF TWO RIVERS
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
MINUTES AUGUST 11, 2025 6:00PM
The August meeting of the Town of Tw o Rivers was called to order by Chairman Pohl. Supervisors Pohl,
Petska and Chase along with Clerk/Treasurer Timm were present. According to Chapter 19.84 of the
Wisconsin Statutes, the meeting notices were posted in designated places and on the website. Confirmation
from the Clerk that notices were properly posted was received.
The July 14, 2025 regular meeting minutes were approved as printed and reviewed with a motion from
Petska and seconded by Chase, motion carried.
Chairman Pohl called three times for public input: No public input, input was closed after the third call.
The financials were reviewed and placed on file with a motion from Chase and seconded by Petska, motion
carried.
Vouchers were reviewed and approved with a motion from Petska and seconded by Chase, motion carried.
Temporary Beer License for Friends of Point Beach for one day event on 9 -6-2025 at Point Beach State
Forest Nature Center was approved with a motion from Petska and seconded by Chase, motion carried.
One quote was received for replacing the roof over the salt shed that needs to be fixed by cold weather.
Quote was received from Pasek Roofing in the amount of $7150.00 for steel roofing over the building. A
shingle roof was quoted for 5280.00. After discussion a motion was made by Chase and seconded by Petska
to install the s teel roof as that would be the most advantageous and prudent material to use for the shed.
Motion carried and quote was accepted.
Emergency repairs for the culvert on East Culvert, dead end road and posti ng for the bid will be done
beginning 8-12-2025. Work was done by the County preventing further erosion until the work can be done.
The culvert failed in the last heavy rain.
Reports were given by Highway Supervisor Kobes, Ambulance Board Member Kobes, Recycling Manager
Wachholz, Constable Dan Liermann and Fire Chief Leichtfuss. Kobes reported that the ripples on
Woodland Drive are ok and will settle down and bill should be paid. Ditch on Maplewood Road has been
cleared out and is draining properly at this time. He has completed crack filling for 2025. Ambulance board
was predicting a $2. 40 cent increase in the per capita, however complete budget and financials have not
been presented to the board at this time. Chief Leichtfuss and other volunteers will be inst alling better
cabling for increased Wi-Fi and also security cameras in and around the premise at 6525 CTH B.
Motion made by Petska and seconded by Chase to adjourn meeting at 7:20pm, motion carried, and meeting
was adjourned.
Respectfully submitted,
Bonnie Timm ______________________________
Clerk/Treasurer Authenticated by Steve Pohl, Chairman
TOWN OF TWO RIVERS
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
MINUTES SEPTEMBER 9, 2025 6:00PM
The September meeting of the Town of Tw o Rivers was called to order by Chairman Pohl. Supervisors
Pohl, Petska and Chase along with Clerk/Treasurer Timm were present. According to Chapter 19.84 of the
Wisconsin Statutes, the meeting notices were posted in designated places and on the website. Confirmation
from the Clerk that notices were properly posted was received.
The August 11, 2025 regular meeting minutes were approved as printed and reviewed with a motion from
Chase and seconded by Petska, motion carried.
Chairman Pohl called three times for public input: No public input, input was closed after the third call.
The financials were reviewed and placed on file with a motion from Petska and seconded by Chase, motion
carried.
Vouchers were reviewed and approved with a motion from Chase and seconded by Petska, motion carried.
Discussion on application from Brad Englebert for a re zone of property on Elmwood Road, followed by a
motion by Petska and seconded by Chase to app rove the request and forward such approval to the
Manitowoc County Board of Adjustments for their consideration. Motion carried.
Bid opening for culvert/bridge work on East Hillcrest Road was tabled until the October meeting due to a
change in the specifications with a motion by Petska and seconded by Chase, motion carried and item was
tabled.
Discussion on partnering with the City of Two Rivers for an inspector for the Town was tabled with a
motion by Chase and seconded by Petska, motion carried and item was tabled.
Discussion on proposal from Bay Lakes for an update to our Comprehensive Plan. Moti on was made by
Chase and seconded by Petska to accept the proposal in the amount of $14,850.00. Motion carried.
Emergency roof repairs over kitchen and Fire Chi ef’s office—motion was made by Petska and seconded
by Chase to approve the cost of $10,000.00 and use money from the miscellaneous budget. Motion carried.
Reports were given by Highway Supervisor Kobes, Ambulance Board Member Chase, Recycling Manager
Wachholz, Constable Dan Liermann and Scott Karbowski for the fire department.
A change to the meeting date for November —date will be November 17, which will include the public
budget meeting, tax levy meeting and regular board meeting.
Motion made by Petska and seconded by Chase to adjourn meeting at 6:50pm, motion carried, and meeting
was adjourned.
Respectfully submitted,
Bonnie Timm ______________________________
Clerk/Treasurer Authenticated by Steve Pohl, Chairman
TOWN OF TWO RIVERS
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
MINUTES OCTOBER 13, 2025 6:00PM
The October meeting of the Town of Two Rivers was called to order by Chairman Pohl. Supervisors Pohl,
Petska and Chase along with Clerk/Treasurer Timm were present. According to Chapter 19.84 of the
Wisconsin Statutes, the meeting notices were posted in designated places and on the website. Confirmation
from the Clerk that notices were properly posted was received.
A motion to amend the agenda to add Oak Road vacation contract after item #10 by Petska and seconded
by Chase. Motion carried.
The September 8, 2025 regular meeting minutes were approved as printed and reviewed with a motion from
Chase and seconded by Petska, motion carried.
Chairman Pohl called three times for public input: No public input, input was closed after the third call.
The financials were reviewed and placed on file with a motion from Petska and seconded by Chase, motion
carried.
Vouchers were reviewed and approved with a motion from Chase and seconded by Petska, motion carried.
Board reviewed an application for a conditional use permit for Jamie Herman to operate and manufacture a
retail business for selling wildlife bait in gar age at 7508 County Road O. Application was found to be in
order and there were no other questions from the board or concerns from the public. A motion was made
by Petska and seconded by Chase to recommend to the Board of Adjustments of Manitowoc County the
approval of this conditional use permit. Motion carried. Clerk Timm will send a letter to the Board of
Adjustments reflecting the approved motion.
A request from Don DeBruyn for removal of three dead ash trees that appear to be in the roadway right-of-
way was r eviewed and discussed. A motion to deny the request for the Town to share in the cost of the
removal by Chase and seconded by Petska. Motion carried. Clerk Timm will contact Mr. DeBruyn and let
him know the decision.
Bids were opened for the emergency repairs/replacement of the Ward Bridge on East Hillcrest Road.
Bids received from: Homestead Concrete Excavating $35,000
Alfson Excavation $42,600
Mammoth Construction $44,800
JVX Ltd. $36,000
A motion to awar d the bid to Homest ead Concrete Excavatin g in the amount of $35,000 by Petska and
seconded by Chase, motion carried.
After further discussion on the partnering with the City of Two Rivers, a motion was made by Chase and
seconded by Petska not to partner with the City of Two Rivers for the inspector position. Motion carried.
Motion was made by Petska and se conded by Chase to enter into a contract with the owners of property
that wish to have Oak Road vacated from the corner of Oak and Lake Drive east into Lake Michigan. This
contract provides for the adjacent property owners to bear all costs for the vacation of the property and was
drawn up by our attorney. Motion carried.
A motion was made to ac cept the contract with Scott Tennessen for appraisal services for 2026 and 2027
in the amount of $11,5 00 for each year by Petska and seconded by Chase. This ref lects approximately a
9% increase. Motion carried.
A letter was read from the DNR with regard to improvements that will be made at the park and boat launch
on County Road V V.
Reports were given by Highway Supervisor Kobes, Ambulance Board Member Chase, Recycling Manager
Wachholz and the fire department.
Highway supervisor recommended a raise to the Town of Manitowoc and the Town of Kossuth for
the snow plowing that is done in their municipality by our department.
Motion was made by Petska and seconded by Chase to increase the rate per hour to $150.00
and per ton rate to $75.00 effective immediately. This is due to the increase in labor and materials
cost. Motion carried and Clerk Timm was instructed to send a letter to both municipalities regarding
the increase.
A culvert on Johnston Drive will be repaired by Manitowoc County and will be billed to us.
Ambulance Board member reported that the Director was removed due to negligence of duty and
bookkeeping is being brought up to date. They are looking to hire someone for replacement.
Recycling Manager announced that the center will be cl osed Christmas Eve and New Years Eve,
due to the holiday. Clerk Timm will post this on the website.
Project for new cameras and wifi installed by the fire department has been completed.
A motion by Po hl and seconded by Chase to reimburse the volunteers for supplies in the
amount of $1,000.00. Motion carried.
A change to the meeting date for December was made by Chairman Pohl—date will be December 15, 2025
6pm.
A motion made by Petska and seconded by Chase to adjourn meeting at 7:08pm, motion carried, and
meeting was adjourned.
Respectfully submitted,
Bonnie Timm ______________________________
Clerk/Treasurer Authenticated by Steve Pohl, Chairman
TOWN OF TWO RIVERS
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
MINUTES NOVEMBER 17, 2025 6:10PM
The November meeting of the Town of Tw o Rivers was called to order by Chairman Pohl. Supervisors
Pohl, Petska, and Chase along with Clerk/Treasurer Timm were present. According to Chapter 19.84 of the
Wisconsin Statutes, the meeting notices were posted in designated places and on the website. Confirmation
from the Clerk that notices were properly posted was received.
The October 13, 2025, regular meeting minutes were approved as printed and reviewed with a motion from
Petska and seconded by Chase, motion carried.
Chairman Pohl called three times for public input: A question was asked what our policy or plan was for
data centers coming into the area. Clerk Timm will research through the county and will also consider this
when we update our comprehensive plan for the Town which is in process.,
Greg Veith commented on the amount of tra sh that is being dumped on the sides of the road s. We do a
spring trash cleanup each year.
There being no other public input, it was closed.
The financials were reviewed and placed on file with a motion from Chase and seconded by Petska, motion
carried.
Vouchers were reviewed and approved with a motion from Chase and seconded by Petska, motion carried.
A motion to approve the 2026 Budget as presented to the public and implement the Tax Levy as approved
by the town electors at previous meeting was made by Petska and seconded by Chase. Motion carried.
A motion to implement the 2024 tax levy as approved by the electors at a previous meeting was made by
Petska and seconded by Chase. Motion carried.
A motion was made to approve the transfer of Retail Class B Liquor and Beer from RiversFalls Supper
Club to Shoto Corporation with Francis Holly as agent by Petska and seconded by Chase, motion carried.
A motion to accept the 2026 Mishicot Area Ambulance Service Contract in the amount of $14.40 per Capita
was made by Petska and seconded by Chase, motion was carried.
Highway Superintendent reported that the culvert on East Hillcrest was complete with the apron being put
on the North side versus the South end of the culvert. It was recommended that we check with the Mtwc.
County Highway Department on the change in this by the contractor. Roof on salt shed is complete and
roof on Fire Dept. kitchen and Chief’s offices are also complete.
Recycling Manager reported all is going well and GFL will be covering the cost of the door damage that
was done as a re sult of their driver. Recycling Manager reported that the Center will be closed for the
Holidays on Christmas Eve and New Years Eve(both Wednesdays). Clerk/Treasurer will post on the
website and recycling manager will post at center.
Constable will check into residents living in camper on Prairie Road and report back to board.
Fire Chief reported that the town will get a reimbursement check from the DNR for the fire at Point Beach,
expecting it to be around $1600.00. Fire Chief will also look at possibly billing out for use of jaws at an
accident scene on municipal roads. He will research other departments and report back.
Motion was made by Petska and seconded by Chase to adjourn the regular meeting, motion carried.
Respectfully submitted,
___________________________________
Bonnie Timm ______________________________
Clerk/Treasurer Authenticated by Steve Pohl, Chairman
November 17, 2025 6:00 P.M.
Chairman Pohl called to order the Public Budget Hearing of the electors to discuss the
proposed budget for 202 6. Board Members Pohl, Petska and Chase along with Clerk/Treasurer
Timm were present. Also present were Dalen Kobes , Mark Leichtfuss , Greg Veith, Debbie
Wachholz, and Danny Liermann.
Chairman Pohl went through the summary 2026 budget, asking if there need be any
changes. Hearing no input , the Public Hearing was adjourned at 6:03pm. by a motion from
Supervisor Pohl seconded by Petska and motion was carried.
Chairman Pohl called to order the Special Town Meeting of the Electors at 6:04pm
and presented the summary budget for 2026. Through a motion from Greg Veith and a second by
Mark Leichtfuss, the 2026 Town Tax Levy will be adopted as presented. Motion carried.
A motion to adjourn made by Donna Petska and seconded by Greg Veith. Motion was
carried and the meeting was adjourned at 6:08pm.
Respectfully submitted, Authenticated
__________________________ ________________________
Bonnie L. Timm Steve Pohl
Clerk/Treasurer Chairman
TOWN OF TWO RIVERS
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
MINUTES DECEMBER 15, 2025 6:00PM
The December meeting of the Town of Two Rivers was called to order by Chairman Pohl. Supervisors Pohl,
Petska, and Chase along with Clerk/Treasurer Timm were present. Also present: Fire Chief Lei chtfuss,
Highway Superintendent Kobes and Rec ycling Manager Wachholz. According to Chapter 19.84 of the
Wisconsin Statutes, the meeting notices were posted in designated places and on the website. Confirmation
from the Clerk that notices were properly posted was received.
The November 17, 2025, regular meeting minutes were approved as printed and reviewed with a motion
from Chase and seconded by Petska, motion carried.
Chairman Pohl called three times for public input: There being no public input, public input was closed.
The financials were reviewed and placed on file with a motion from Petska and seconded by Chase, motion
carried. A motion was made by Petska and se conded by C hase to assi gn funds totaling $150,000 from
unassigned funds to the following: $50,000 to Highway Dept for roads, $50,000 to Highway Dep t. for
Town Vehicles and $50,000 to Highway Dept. for future culvert work. Motion carried.
Vouchers were reviewed and approved with a motion from Petska and seconded by Chase, motion carried.
A motion to approve the 2026 Budget as presented to the public and implement the Tax Levy as approved
by the town electors at previous meeting was made by Petska and seconded by Chase. Motion carried.
List of Election Workers was presented for the 2026 -2027 term. A motion was made by Chase and
seconded by Petska to appoint the names on the list for the two-year term of 2026 and 2027. Motion carried.
Contract was submitted for a three-year term for Building Inspector Scott Beining for the Town of Two
Rivers. Motion was made by Petska and seconded by Chase to accept the contract. Motion carried. All
fees are set by Scott Beining and passed on to the homeowner with no cost to the Town. It was also
suggested that we meet with Mr. Beining to discuss possible home improvement and addition permits
beyond what we are doing for new home construction for the safety of the residents.
Highway Superintendent reported that the snowplow went in for some major transmission work, potentially
a $15,000 cost of replacement which included transmission fluid lines and windshield wiper repair. Truck
has been returned and is working fine.
Recycling Manager reported all is going well, but some repair may be needed to the forklift as it is freezing
up. Kobes will take a look at it.
Constable report was read to board.
Fire Chief reported that Engine 1 is getting repairs on airbrakes.
Motion was made by Petska and seconded by Chase to adjourn into closed session to discuss 2026 employee
wages. Motion carried.
Motion was made by Petska and se conded by Chase to adjourn the closed session at 6:30pm and reopen
Regular Meeting.
Motion was made by Petska and seconded by Chase to accept the raises as discussed in closed session for
the Highway Superintendent and the Recycling employees. Motion carried.
Motion was made by Petska and seconded by Chase to adjourn regular meeting. Motion carried and meeting
was adjourned at 6:35pm.
Respectfully submitted,
___________________________________
Bonnie Timm ______________________________
Clerk/Treasurer Authenticated by Steve Pohl, Chairman
Source: Town of Two Rivers website. First collected Oct 12, 2026.